Preparing for Natural Birth

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Beyond Appointments: The Kind of Prenatal Care That Actually Prepares You

2026-02-2712:26

Beyond appointments, there’s a different way to approach prenatal care. Most women are taught that prenatal care is about going to appointments, running tests, and making sure everything looks “normal.” And while those things can have their place, they don’t necessarily help you feel prepared. In this episode, I share what prenatal care really means to me — and why I believe you are the leader of your pregnancy. We talk about moving from passive patient to conscious participant. From be...

The Best Positions for Natural Birth

2026-01-0812:55

Which birth positions actually support labor — and why? In this episode, we talk through common birth positions, the benefits of upright movement, and what to consider when preparing for a natural birth. If you are looking for wholistic support from someone with a balanced perspective, reach out to me at info@jessedgar.com and we can set up a connection call :)

The Right Way to Birth Your Baby

2025-10-1613:33

Birth isn’t a test to pass. It’s a sacred experience to be present with. In this episode, Jess invites you to release the pressure of doing it “right” and return to your own inner authority. She explores how fear and attachment can pull us out of alignment, how to recognize what alignment actually feels like in your body, and how your nervous system and intuition can guide you back to trust. This is your reminder that you can’t get birth “wrong”...you can only deepen into your own truth.

Are Your Desires Truly Yours? Preparing for Natural Birth Authentically

2025-09-0216:37

Who do you turn to for advice during pregnancy, birth, and motherhood — and how do you know if their influence is truly supportive? In this episode, I share what I’ve noticed over 13 years of making my own choices and supporting other women: that our state of being, our past experiences, and our core values shape who we allow to influence us. Together, we’ll explore the three main ways we receive influence — from directly asking for advice, from long-term relationships, and from following bro...

The Nervous System & Birth: How to Access Your Inner Power

2025-08-2623:23

Most women prepare for birth by perfecting their birth plan, choosing the “right” provider, or practicing breathing techniques...but the most overlooked tool for a positive, empowered birth is your nervous system. In this episode, you’ll discover how nervous system regulation can help you move from fear, anxiety, or self-doubt into clarity, confidence, and presence during natural birth. We’ll share what the nervous sytem is, why it makes such a big difference in birth preparation and break do...

The #1 Thing You're Missing in Natural Birth Preparation

2025-07-0916:16

What if the secret to preparing for natural birth... isn’t about the birth at all? In this first episode, Jess shares the one thing she wishes every woman knew before giving birth... it's the piece that’s often overlooked in the checklists, courses, and planning guides. Whether you’re birthing in the system, outside of it, or somewhere in between, this conversation offers a refreshing, grounded, and deeply spiritual perspective. Learn why your nervous system, intuition, and inner foundation m...

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